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Don't mind if I do...

Don't mind if I do...

Just booked a trip to Cabo in May for a MUCH needed vacation. To say that I'm excited about this trip (and BREAK) would be a serious understatement. Now... better start shopping for things to wear ;)... Continue reading »

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Current Style Crushes

Current Style Crushes

Just a quick post to share two of my favorites with you. Olivia Palermo and Taylor Tomasi Hill... who are both always IMPECCABLY dressed and styled. Everything about these girls just exudes cool.... Continue reading »

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My happy place

My happy place

As I said in a previous post, the home decorating is coming along. I can't tell you how many times in the past 6 months or so I've felt exactly like Carrie Bradshaw from the scene in the Sex in The... Continue reading »

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My Best Dressed - Oscars 2012

My Best Dressed - Oscars 2012

Overall, the Oscar red carpet was a bit of a let down this year. I wasn't really blown away by anyone's look, but a few of my favorites are as follows: Source: popsugar.com via Sarah on Pinterest... Continue reading »

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Help 'Kickstart' Emily Hallman!!

Help 'Kickstart' Emily Hallman!!

The 'Mille' Dress I have this amazing friend who is also amazingly talented. To be interested in fashion and love fine clothing is one thing... to have the skill, talent, and determination to create... Continue reading »

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Just FYI

Just FYI

I've been through several of these cycles so far this year... I'm sure some fellow bloggers can relate. Fun. Times. :) It did make me giggle to put in into a diagram like this. If you follow PS&L on... Continue reading »

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Battle of the Blonde

Battle of the Blonde

As far as new years resolutions go, I've had better starts to the year. Let's revisit the list and see how I'm progressing, shall we? 1) Run the half - good intentions... got up to 5 miles training... Continue reading »

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Exactly

Exactly

Source: piccsy.com via Tara on Pinterest every.single.night. Happy Almost Friday :) Continue reading »

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Pinspiration: Timeless glam

Pinspiration: Timeless glam

Oh, the irony of Pinterest. It inspires even when you have no creativity left in you, then leaves you with little to no time to act on that inspiration. :) My eye was instantly drawn to these images... Continue reading »

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So many cardigans

So many cardigans

I probably have over 40 cardigans in my closet. I swear I have almost every color there is - yet every time I go shopping, I browse through the cardigan sections as if I need another. I'm not sure... Continue reading »

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Typical

Typical

Still trying to incorporate more brights into my winter looks... this look is suuuuuper typical of my work style. Classic navy trousers, white button down - funny how I put on this patterned scarf... Continue reading »

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Winter casual prep

Winter casual prep

Seems like forever since I've done an outfit post. Winter outfits are just... complicated. For starters - the fact that this outfit has no black in it makes it an exception to my typical winter... Continue reading »

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Surviving your work week: It's the Little Things

Surviving your work week: It's the Little Things

I sort of failed this week. I failed at surviving the work week. The irony of having this series of posts about surviving work... then getting a horrible migraine because of work and not even being... Continue reading »

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Surviving your work week: Office to Happy Hour

Surviving your work week: Office to Happy Hour

With as much time as I've been spending at the office, I thought I would write series of posts dedicated to powering through a tough work week with style. For me, part of surviving a brutal week at... Continue reading »

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Bangles: my love/hate accessory

Bangles: my love/hate accessory

I have to admit that as much as I LOVE the look of bangles stacked on my wrist, I have issues with wearing them. I have my reasons. For starters, most often I have trouble even getting out of the... Continue reading »

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Guest Post by The Photog: Life with a Fashionista - Day 5

Yes, I'm still here. Yes, I know you've been waiting for this. The time has finally come. Congratulate yourself, gentlemen. I applaud your fortitude in making it this far. We've endured 11 hour... Continue reading »

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Designer Obsession: Jason Wu

Designer Obsession: Jason Wu

My obsession with Jason Wu began last July. As I was shopping for a birthday dress, a sales person convinced me to try on this dress (although it was roughly $1K above my price range)... and I... Continue reading »

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Cozy and Classic

Cozy and Classic

Apparently it's boring outfit week on Pencil Skirts & Lattes. As much as I love fun colors and patterns, sometimes I just prefer a simple, classic look... like this cozy, camel-colored sweater... Continue reading »

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Trench

Trench

This Karen Millen trench coat is one of my absolute favorite purchases ever. I bought it last year at the beginning of summer (when it had been steeply discounted - yay!) and I knew I would get lots... Continue reading »

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First blog DIY - Guest room wallpaper

First blog DIY - Guest room wallpaper

So when I moved into this loft, one of the most aesthetically-challeneged rooms was this guest room. The walls are at an odd angle, the 'headboard wall' is about 20 ft fall (not an exaggeration), and... Continue reading »